SA reaffirms its stance on championing dialogue in the world

South Africa will continue to champion dialogue, the peaceful resolution of disputes, the protection of civilians and respect for human rights, President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Friday.

“International law must

IEC gazettes names of councillors elected in 2026 local government polls

The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has gazetted the names of councillors elected in the 2026 Local Government Elections -- a step that triggers preparations for the first sittings of municipal councils.

Addressing the media in

President Ramaphosa calls for people-centred justice systems

President Cyril Ramaphosa has emphasised the importance of justice systems that are accessible, responsive and centred on the needs of ordinary

President Cyril Ramaphosa determines salary increment for Public Office-Bearers

President Cyril Ramaphosa has determined salary increases for public office-bearers for the 2026/27 financial year, effective from 1 April 2026.

President Ramaphosa’s determination follows recommendations by the Independent Commission for the Remuneration of Public Office-Bearers, and the President’s consideration of serious economic challenges facing the country.

The Independent Commission for the Remuneration of Public Office-Bearers is mandated in

KZN records 48.7% voter turnout as results capturing continues

KwaZulu-Natal has recorded a voter turnout of 48.7% in the 2026 Local Government Elections, exceeding the national average of 45.8%, the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) in the province says.

Provincial Electoral Officer

SA welcomes UN decision to advance global response to environmental crime

South Africa has welcomed a decision to strengthen international law enforcement efforts against facilitators of transnational organised environmental crime, advancing the global response to this growing threat.

The decision was adopted at

IEC reports 15.9 million election participants, as results process continues

The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has reported that 15.9 million South Africans participated in the 2026 Local Government Elections,